Deployed Las Cruces family returns heartworm-positive dog

LAS CRUCES - A German shepherd-mix, whose military family was recently deployed, is hoping to find another forever home after his previous owners returned him to the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley.

Tae, who is about a year and a half old, tested positive for heartworm upon intake at the shelter. Because of his condition, shelter officials say all of his adoption fees will be waived. He has already been neutered.

For more information on Tae, or any other animal available for adoption at the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley, call (575) 382-0018. You can also visit their website or "like" them on Facebook.